Hayden Kristal GaySL-A Crash Course in LGBTQ American Sign Language and Intersecting Identities

Services for Students with Disabilities and the Equity in Student Matters Commission of Student Senate will host Hayden Kristal (they/them/theirs), a Colorado-based Deaf, queer activist and stand-up comedian at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the Dakota Ballroom of Davies Center. Kristal will present “GaySL: A Crash Course in LGBTQ American Sign Language and Intersecting Identities.” Life at the intersection of multiple marginalized identities has led Kristal to a career as a professional speaker, exploring the intersections of ability, gender, sexuality and access, particularly within the spheres of activism and social justice. They have brought their funny, engaging, and interactive workshops and speeches to dozens of conferences, businesses, and schools all across North America including Harvard, Yale, Columbia, NASA, Coldwell Banker, the Minnesota Department of Human Services, the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and the Connecticut Supreme Court. Hayden’s quick wit and cheerful self-deprecation has earned them plenty of comedic accolades as well, including over 1,000,000 followers on TikTok, a semifinalist spot on America's Got Talent, and a guest role on Netflix & Adult Swim’s Tuca and Bertie. Hayden has been a semifinalist for StandUp NBC, a finalist for Full Frontal with Samantha Bee’s Comedy Writing Mentorship, a featured performer at Limestone Comedy Festival, and has opened and featured for Maria Bamford. 

ASL interpreting will be provided. For disability-related accommodation requests, please contact SSD at ssd@uwec.edu or 715-836-5800.

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